Nose: Sweet vanilla, stone fruits - plums, dates. Burnt brown sugar. Crème brûlée. Sweet floral character - honeysuckle. Charred oak. Very balanced, if forward, likely partially due to the proof. Luxardo cherries. Palate: Big brown sugar, vanilla, barrel and char. Tannic - tons of texture and a good bite. Slight creamy mustiness. Bell pepper. Black pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice. Barrel bite, but in the best way. Finish starts with a bright pop of ethanol and vanilla with baking spices. As things come down, sweet creamy vanilla shows up. The ending fade has nice depth and length with much of the same. Medium long finish.